300 BLACKOUT YEAR

Published on November 13, 2012
Duration: 11:07

Travis Haley of Haley Strategic Partners provides an expert, layman's perspective on the .300 Blackout cartridge after a year of extensive testing, firing approximately 100,000 rounds. The evaluation covers its combat effectiveness, CQB performance, long-range accuracy, and versatility across various weapon systems, highlighting its ability to meet military requirements and its standardization within the industry. Haley emphasizes its practical advantages over other calibers in specific scenarios.

Quick Summary

Travis Haley, after firing 100,000 rounds, confirms the .300 Blackout's combat effectiveness. It offers CQB speed comparable to 5.56 NATO, superior energy retention out to 700m+, and meets military requirements for point effectiveness up to 500 yards, making it a versatile and standardized cartridge with broad industry support.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Experience
  2. 00:48CQB Effectiveness
  3. 02:36Versatility and Military Requirements
  4. 04:56Standardization and SAAMI Specs
  5. 05:59Long Range Performance
  6. 08:13Energy and Ballistics
  7. 09:48Conclusion and Recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key advantages of the .300 Blackout cartridge?

The .300 Blackout excels in energy retention, maintaining 291 ft-lbs out to over 700 meters, and offers 17% more muzzle energy than 7.62x39mm. It's also highly versatile, effective in CQB with follow-up shot speed comparable to 5.56 NATO, and meets military requirements for point effectiveness up to 500 yards.

How does the .300 Blackout perform in Close Quarters Battle (CQB)?

In CQB, the .300 Blackout can be fired as rapidly as 5.56 NATO while remaining flat and effective. This contrasts with the 6.8 SPC, which experienced recoil issues that slowed down follow-up shots, making the .300 Blackout a more manageable option for rapid engagement.

Is the .300 Blackout suitable for long-range shooting?

Yes, the .300 Blackout is accurate at long ranges when fired from an M4 platform. While it has more drop than 5.56 NATO, its trajectory is predictable. At 450 meters, it exhibits the same bullet drop (90-100 inches) as a 5.56 round at 500 meters, while retaining significantly more energy.

What makes the .300 Blackout a standardized cartridge?

The .300 Blackout is SAAMI approved, meaning it's no longer a wildcat round. Over 100 companies now manufacture standardized components for it, including barrels, gas systems, and suppressors, ensuring broad industry support, reliability, and availability.

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